Olympic Athletes Enjoy Benefits of Acupuncture During Games

The 2010 Winter Olympic Games are in full swing, and through such events as mogul skiing, speed skating, ice hockey and snowboarding, these world-class athletes have already taken there fair share of bumps, bruises, sprains, strains and muscle pulls. Fortunately for them, they have a whole staff of physicians and practitioners taking care of them and keeping them in peak performing condition — including acupuncturists.

Valentine’s Day Special: Feel Better with Fire Cupping

Thanks to the very popular Dr. Mehmet Oz, more and more people are becoming aware of the fantastic benefits of a simple, quick, painless therapy called fire cupping. As featured on The Dr. Oz Show on January 6 in an episode titled “Ultimate Alternative Medicine Secrets,” cupping involves sucking the air out of special cups and placing them somewhat like suction cups on the skin. The vacuum that’s created stimulates blood and energy flow, reduces stagnation and has a wide range of near-instantaneous health benefits.